Birch Creek Aviation

Birch Creek Aviation

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Birch Creek Aviation is where you become a captain.

From 0 hours through Commercial, CFI, Multi-Engine, Float, and our Alaska Pilot Experience (APE), we train pilots to think ahead, manage risk, and fly with the confidence of a true PIC.

04/19/2026

Woohoo! Krista soloed everyone! She’s kicking private pilot butt out there 🎉✈️ keep it up!

04/06/2026

🏔️🏔️🏔️

Photos from Birch Creek Aviation's post 04/05/2026

Fly out to Talkeetna was a blast! We got ramp checked by a cat (not the mayor unfortunately), Nicolette and Keiki got to practice their CrossFit, Betsy kissed a moose..

Jokes aside, what an awesome community!
Till next time ✈️

Photos from Birch Creek Aviation's post 03/25/2026

Congratulations to DPE Dan on passing Nicolette! (Jk congrats Nicolette, AK’s newest Instrument rated #1 instrument IFR person cloud certified foggles master champ low vis enthusiast)

02/28/2026

Huge congrats to Temple! Alaskas newest private pilot 🤘👏✈️

12/23/2025

There are some places that are cool, and those places are way cooler from the air. If you or someone you know has been wanting to fly for some time, give us a call and we’ll take you on a discovery flight! (You’ll never look back).

📞 (907) 343-9886

Photos from Birch Creek Aviation's post 12/21/2025

How blessed are we? Winter flying is some of the most scenic and enjoyable. If you haven’t seen the mountains from the sky yet, call us for a discovery flight and start your exciting journey to airmanship! (Number in bio)

Thanks to instructor for these cool shots!

12/14/2025

Calling all pilots! Would you like to challenge your skills and experience the breathtaking beauty of flying in Alaska? Now’s your chance. Join us at Birch Creek Aviation for the Alaska Pilot Experience and fly in some of the most stunning and rugged landscapes in the world.

We can help you with flight instruction towards your next rating, or show you the ropes on flying in the Last Frontier.
You’ll enjoy FREE lodging at The Fly Inn during the winter months, or DISCOUNTED lodging during the summer. The fly-inn is conveniently on-site.

📍Where: PAMR (Anchorage)

🏠Lodging: Complimentary stay at The Fly Inn during the winter months, the summer months are discounted- located at
PAMR

🗓️Duration: A minimum of 1 week. Whatever timeframe works for you, we can accommodate. This is a fall / winter program, so plan accordingly!

* What’s included:

Lodging, access to aircraft and instructors, 12 hours dual flight training per week, and the chance to sharpen your skills in one of the most unique flight environments. Space is limited, so don’t miss out!

* Price:

WINTER - $3,500 per week (discounted price of $3000/wk after the first week)
SUMMER - $3,700 per week. If 12 hours isn’t enough, additional flight time is $255 per hour. These prices are based off of a C-172, if you’d like to fly a different aircraft please call us for additional details.

* Birch Creek will provide aircraft, instructors, and lodging. Food and transportation is not included.

Please call or text at (907) 343-9886! Or visit us at birchcreekaviation.com to learn more.

12/10/2025

Winter sunsets at Merrill Field! ❄️ The mountains are out and it's the perfect time to log some hours or surprise someone with a Discovery Flight. Give us a call and let's get you flying!

12/05/2025

After weeks of ice fog, it looks like clear, cold weather is finally on the way! We’re looking forward to some epic flying days ahead. Denali never disappoints. 🛩️❄️

12/03/2025

Real Alaska airmanship starts right here today.

Meet Krista, taking on snowy runways and mountain views in our Alaska Pilot Experience. Every flight is a lesson in grit and skill. This is hands-on flying, with on-site lodging to make it all possible.

Curious what it’s like to train where the adventure never stops? Call Birch Creek Aviation and find out for yourself. 🛫

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2321 Merrill Field Drive
Anchorage, AK
99501